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Dec 31 2024POLITICS

Elon Musk's Links to China: A National Security Concern?

Elon Musk, a close ally of Donald Trump, has raised some eyebrows. A former US military chief, Lt Gen Russel Honoré, recently voiced concerns about Musk's strong ties with China. He's worried that these ties could put the country's security at risk. Musk has plenty of business interests in China. T

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Dec 31 2024CRIME

The Tragic Death of Robert Brooks: A Look at Institutional Failures

Protests in New York City and Albany are demanding justice for Robert Brooks, a 43-year-old inmate who died after being brutally beaten by correctional officers. Brooks, serving a 12-year sentence for assault, was transferred to Marcy Correctional Facility in north Albany on December 9. The next day

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Dec 31 2024TECHNOLOGY

How Fractional-Order Controllers Improve Nonlinear Process Control

Spherical tanks are popular in industries due to their large storage capacity. But managing their liquid levels can be tricky. Traditional PI and PID controllers just don't cut it because these processes are nonlinear. Enter Fractional-Order controllers (FOPI and FOPID), designed using the Approxima

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Dec 31 2024HEALTH

Balancing Act: Health Resources vs. Economy in Eastern China

Imagine you're trying to plan a big party where you need to serve food and drinks, but you only have so much money. That's sort of like what's happening in some eastern Chinese provinces, but with health resources and economic development. It's a tricky situation because these provinces need to

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Dec 31 2024POLITICS

The Unforgettable Legacy of President Jimmy Carter

On December 29, 2024, the United States lost a monumental figure with the passing of James Earl "Jimmy" Carter Jr. , the 39th President. A man defined by his character, courage, and compassion, Carter left an indelible mark on our nation and the world. Born into humble beginnings as the son of a fa

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Dec 31 2024POLITICS

Jimmy Carter's Final Farewell: What to Expect

Former President Jimmy Carter’s state funeral will be held in Washington, DC on January 9th. President Joe Biden declared this day a National Day of Mourning. The event will honor Carter’s legacy, which includes his work in eradicating disease, promoting peace, and advocating for civil rights. Publi

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Dec 31 2024HEALTH

The Resurgence of Antisemitism in Modern Medicine

Throughout history, Jewish folks have made remarkable contributions to the field of medical science. Before World War II, many prominent doctors in Germany were Jewish. However, even in the early 20th century, Jewish doctors from Europe faced substantial hurdles when trying to practice medicine in o

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Dec 31 2024POLITICS

Jimmy Carter: A Bridge Between Eras

Jimmy Carter's presidency marked a shift in American political history. He rose from local politics in Georgia to become the first Southern president since before the Civil War. However, his term was more like a sunset than a new dawn, with mixed results in both foreign and domestic policies. Carter

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Dec 30 2024HEALTH

The Rise of Bacterial Infections Post COVID-19: A Closer Look

As COVID-19 restrictions eased, there was a surge in viral respiratory infections (VRIs). This increase might have raised the risk of invasive bacterial infections (IBIs), such as complicated pneumonia, sinusitis, and invasive group A streptococcus (iGAS). To understand these changes better, researc

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Dec 30 2024HEALTH

Why Adding an Extra Step to ACL Surgery Can Make a Difference

When you tear your ACL—that's the Achilles' heel of your knee—doctors often recommend a surgery called ACL reconstruction. One common type, called anatomic single-bundle ACL reconstruction (ACLR), aims to place the new ligament (called a graft) in just the right spot on your bone. This setup is thou

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